Endorsements - Pathway 1 & 2

Note: Pathways are only available to certified teachers.

Two assessment options are available to certificated teachers who wish to add an endorsement that is compatible (Pathway 1) or similar (Pathway 2) to the endorsement held in terms of instructional methodology and content skills. See to the following OSPI chart for endorsements available through these pathways: Adding an Endorsement to a Washington State Certificate - Pathway 1 or Pathway 2 [Paths1and2Chart.doc]

Pathway 1 Assessment - Applicants must:

Hold an endorsement in the compatible endorsement,

Pass the WEST-E/Praxis II test for the desired endorsement,

Have a minimum of 90 days teaching experience in a public or state-approved private school in the compatible (endorsement held) subject, and